Short Films

Cotonov Vanished
Andreas Fontana
Switzerland, 2009
Betacam SP | 13min. | BW/Colour | VOSC | VOSI
Andreas Fontana
Switzerland, 2009
Betacam SP | 13min. | BW/Colour | VOSC | VOSI
Production:
Haute École d'Art et de Design ([email protected])Screenplay:
Andreas FontanaPhotography:
Maryam GoormaghtighEditor:
Andreas FontanaMusic:
Léonard PlattnerSinopsis
Retired interpreter Ashravin tells radio journalists the story of Cotonov, an interpreter he once knew with a stammer. Through the narrative of his disappearance, Ashravin revisits one of the strangest moments of the Cold War.
Bio / Filmo
Andreas Fontana (Geneva, 1982) studied comparative literature at the University of Geneva and film in Buenos Aires. He has worked as a translator, interpreter, graphic designer and editor. His films include L'amorce (2007) and Va le chanter à Gardel (2008).
Festivals
Prix First Steps - Visions du Réel 2010
Les État Généraux du Film Documentaire, Lussas 2010